Power Strip Extension Socket with USB ports recalled due to electric shock risk
Power Strip Extension Socket with USB ports sold on AliExpress is recalled due to a risk of electric shock and failure to meet safety standards. The specific brand and batch information are unknown.
- Product
- Power Strip Extension Socket with USB ports
- Sold on
- AliExpress
- What to do
- If you purchased one of these products, please discontinue use immediately and discard the product. You may wish to contact AliExpress to see if there are any remedies available to you.
A safety issue has been identified with the Power Strip Extension Socket that includes USB ports, which was available for purchase on the AliExpress platform. This product poses a risk of electric shock because it does not comply with the relevant safety standards. The specific brand, batch, model, and barcode information are not provided, but it was sold online, potentially affecting customers in the Republic of Ireland.
Consumers who have purchased this power strip are advised to stop using it immediately and to discard the product. It is recommended that customers contact AliExpress through their user account to inquire about any possible remedies or returns related to this recall.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 4 July 2023 A safety issue has been identified with Power Strip Extension Socket with USB ports on the AliExpress platform. The product presents a risk of electric shock. The product does not meet the requirements of relevant safety standard. The AliExpress item number is 1005004245807157. The brand, batch, model and barcode are unknown. The product was sold online…
Read the full notice at Competition & Consumer Protection Commission →
Frequently asked questions
Is Power Strip Extension Socket with USB ports being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Power Strip Extension Socket with USB ports sold on AliExpress is recalled due to a risk of electric shock and failure to meet safety standards. The specific brand and batch information are unknown.
Why is Power Strip Extension Socket with USB ports being recalled?
The recall relates to a electric shock hazard. Power Strip Extension Socket with USB ports sold on AliExpress is recalled due to a risk of electric shock and failure to meet safety standards. The specific brand and batch information are unknown.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you purchased one of these products, please discontinue use immediately and discard the product. You may wish to contact AliExpress to see if there are any remedies available to you.
Where was Power Strip Extension Socket with USB ports sold?
It was sold via AliExpress.
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